LITTLE CUP CAFE
8573 S US HWY 1, Port St. Lucie FL 34952 · 7724469878
Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
MAY 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018053072 | Aug 17, 2018 | Dec 7, 2018 | $400 |
| 4--2018014948 | Feb 8, 2018 | May 3, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over sliced cheeses
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Awesome stored by plates
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict and nova
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Or high temp test strips
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Added dish machine no plan review.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shell eggs room temp put out less then 30 minutes ago advised to rapid chill. Placed eggs on ice water bath
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Removed item
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Robert musser 3-9-23
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Hire 2 weeks ago
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine lid broken
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In sink still frozen, placed back in cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk items placed labels on all
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm no more qutinary sanitizer. Dish washer placed bleach in three bay sink and now is 100ppm chlorine
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Placed into pan
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In storage area
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing at room temperature. Employee placed under running water
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over gravy
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced potatoes 70f cold holding, advised to reheat or rapid chill
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Egg Benedict's manager marked menus
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form for employees to sign
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine lid broken
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Still frozen chicken
May 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink covered with cutting boards in kitchen. Metal bowl in hand sink at front serving counter. Informed Manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back prep area.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink on cooks line.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Informed Manager.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Freezer reach in door handles and walk in cooler door.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Employee personal food items stored in cooks cooler. Informed Manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Two of the hood vents.
Feb 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over rte sauces, raw sausage over cooked sausages. Raw chicken over raw beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork belly 60f cold holding, was out for less than 30 minutes advised to cook or rapid chill
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl stored in sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in and walk in coolers
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored on dish raw with clean dishes
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in door has a hole in it and insulation showing.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.